48-Year-Old Man Killed in Houston Crash on West Loop South (IH-610); Daija McElwee Arrested

Houston, Texas (July 27, 2023) – According to the police, a man was killed early Saturday morning in a DWI crash in Houston.

The deadly accident happened around 2:15 a.m., July 22, in the 2500 block of West Loop South (West Interstate Highway 610 South).

Police said a white Toyota Tacoma pickup truck was traveling southbound. It stopped on the shoulder of the ramp to the northbound Eastex Freeway (North U.S. Highway 59), and the 48-year-old male passenger exited to change a flat tire.

A white Ford Mustang then struck the rear of the truck and the man.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has not been released.

The female driver of the truck sustained minor injuries.

The Mustang driver, Daija Marche McElwee, 28, was detained at the scene and determined to be impaired. She was arrested and subsequently charged with intoxication manslaughter.

The police are investigating the crash.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

There are many different reasons why automobile, pedestrian, 18-wheeler, bicycle, and motorcycle accidents occur, including driver negligence, driver inattention, texting and driving, speeding, fatigue, failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign, or private drive, running a red light, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. While the factors listed above are the main causes of most accidents, there may also be other factors involved, which is why it’s important that an investigation be conducted before evidence disappears, especially in cases involving a fatality.  At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we will act quickly to secure accident scene photos, interview witnesses, obtain police records, and secure other valuable evidence needed to win your case.  Call now for a free consultation.

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